By Adam Ray
Tony Worrell collapsed in the dock today as a jury found him guilty of murdering newlywed Katie Powles and injuring another driver.
The verdict came only after the jury said it could not be unanimous, so majority decisions were reached by 11 of the 12 jurors.
Tony Worrell shook his head and sobbed after the jury found he was a murderer.
Worrell then collapsed as the judge discharged the jury; they deliberated for more than a day before telling the judge they could not reach a unanimous decision.
Ms Powles’ family have watched the two week trial with Brett Robinson, who is still recovering from the injuries Worrell inflicted in the crash.
Mr Robinson spoke for all of them saying they still cannot understand Worrell's actions.
“As victims of this senseless act of selfishness we are left asking why and realising that there is, and never will be, an answer that will provide comfort,” he said.
The family say the verdict was a relief, but it will not end their suffering
“We must also accept this verdict and any sentence applied will make no difference to the grief pain and sorrow each of us will carry for the rest of our lives,” says Mr Robinson.
Worrell's lawyer Matthew Goodwin says his client is sorry for the suffering he caused, but he also told 3 News his client claims to have no memory of the tragic night.
“He doesn't recall any events of that night, nothing at all, because of the brain injury that he suffered and the amnesia that was caused by that,” he said.
Mr Goodwin says prison staff will now be closely monitoring Worrell's mental state.
Worrell's lawyer says they will not make a decision on whether to appeal the verdict until he is sentenced on December 18.
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